Day 20 - Fast train to Taoyuan

Waking up relatively early considering our 3am bedtime, we were picked up by Jacob & Vicky and escorted to the local computer area of Taichung. Sean was looking for a laser mouse for his new hot computer systen which his mate is building for him. No luck - as the prices are comparable to Australia. I managed to get a great deal on a 9 inch digital photo-frame, which will have pride of place on our new (yet to be bought) ikea buffet (to match the dining table), to display the memories of this GREAT trip. They also threw in a free (stuffed) giraffe!

After this we went to the restaurant from where it is reputed that pearl milk tea orginated (the previous nights was better) and also filled up on Taiwanese snacks including noodles, spicy stirfried mushrooms and dumplings.

Jacob and Vicky then dropped us in a youth area (as they had afternoon commitements) where were browsed the markets.

We then decided to head home - the transport option of choice for this trip was high speed rail. Due to the heighten use of this service we had the option of waiting one hour - or going first class. I don't know if it was worth the double price fee, although it was definately an experience. It did not feel like we were travelling at a highspeed. First class involved a bigger seat and free tea & coffee (also nuts and bottled water).

Now home in Jhongli - only one sleep and an overnight flight between me and Australia. Can't wait to get home to the boy and the girls. Wish I didn't have to return to work.